Title: Great Britain Travel Guide: Best of Great Britain, United Kingdom Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk

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# Great Britain Travel Guide

## Tourist Guide

![Flags of the United Kingdom of Great Britain](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248623451644244/aaa3eecf-2990-4c77-88b7-0967a701777b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Union Jack 1801 Great Britan background pattern template - Abstract brushstroke paint brush splash in the colors of UK flag, isolated on white texture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248623451644244/d8794ec7-a105-4a38-a980-029b9d4c584f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Aerial view of London and the River Thames](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248623451644244/df061b3d-2025-442f-947b-56ba5e9fe2f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![A panoramic shot of Talybont Reservoir captured on a bright Autumn morning.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248623451644244/555f92d1-4375-4e5f-ad17-4712562fed70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Lightouse on a hill overlooking the Menai Straits, Llanddwyn Island, Anglesey, North Wales](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248623451644244/5dccb08e-f40b-4cc0-8ed1-5f6f967d5c5a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

## Visit Great Britain

Where to stay

Things to do

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### Where to stay in Great Britain

![Carnaby Street featuring a square or plaza as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6199958/7e2fdbec-6d24-4d7b-9b27-6e1fb6c2b79d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### London City Centre

4.5/5(21 area reviews)

 Known for its fascinating museums, stunning river views and acclaimed art galleries, there's plenty to explore in London City Centre. Top attractions like Piccadilly Circus and Big Ben are major draws. Catch the metro at Charing Cross Underground Station or Leicester Square Underground Station to see more of the city. 

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![Old Town Edinburgh showing street scenes, outdoor eating and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179568/58ba0f03-4e5b-4b84-a470-5274bf72487e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Old Town Edinburgh

4.5/5(1,168 area reviews)

 Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Edinburgh Castle to Parliament House – discover Old Town Edinburgh, a destination also famous for its shopping. 

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![London showing heritage elements, markets and signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248625846408347/6173c48d-87bb-452f-a9a0-7fcefc60d31f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Covent Garden

 The lively bars and colourful gardens are just a few top-rate features of the neighbourhood. Make a stop by Covent Garden Market or Royal Opera House while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Covent Garden Underground Station to get around town. 

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![Royal Liver Building which includes a city and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6078905/477a1573-7210-4c48-bbba-280895a73891.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Liverpool City Centre

4.5/5(2,773 area reviews)

 Are you interested in fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums and beautiful waterfront views? A visit to Liverpool City Centre might be the perfect thing. You can also explore top sights like Liverpool ONE and Concert Square. 

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![Balmoral Hotel 8](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/179568/cba5218f-d929-48e1-ae04-26cc37bd58d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Edinburgh City Centre

 If you're spending time in Edinburgh City Centre, check out sights like Edinburgh Castle or Scott Monument and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop. 

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Edinburgh-City-Centre.dx795054561477521408)

![The City of London which includes a skyscraper, a city and modern architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/800056/a7390e8c-200a-4d2f-a99d-be219e9c6143.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### The City of London

4.5/5(668 area reviews)

 The City of London is highly notable for its stunning cathedral, and you might want to visit top sights like St. Paul's Cathedral and London Guildhall. See more of London by jumping on the metro at Bank Underground Station or St. Paul's Underground Station. 

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- Top hotels in Great Britain
- Top Holiday Rentals in Great Britain

![Strand Palace Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/200/179/6848fd94_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Strand Palace Hotel

372 The Strand London England

£133

12 Apr - 13 Apr

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...

9/10 Wonderful! (4,996 reviews)

Stayed for a long weekend, excellent location and friendly reception and bar staff. Small standard rooms, clean and well supplied with quality toiletries. Nice selection for breakfast and lots of options for coffee and teas. Evening bar staff at Haxells excellent choice of cocktails and friendly ...

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

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![The Tower Hotel, by Thistle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/2500/2479/717976c5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

### 

The Tower Hotel, by Thistle

St Katharine's Way London England

£124

22 Mar - 23 Mar

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this business-friendly hotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...

8.2/10 Very Good! (9,509 reviews)

Nice

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

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![Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3120000/3113100/3113039/13bb4c7e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

### 

Park Plaza London Westminster Bridge

200 Westminster Bridge Road London England

£162

26 Mar - 27 Mar

includes taxes & fees

Stay at this spa hotel in London. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...

9/10 Wonderful! (5,515 reviews)

Staff were great, sleeping areas were cleaned well though the toilet seat had dried blood on the side when we arrived at the hotel. Location is about as good as it gets for travelling with small children, leave the front door and you see Big Ben, then walk north a block and you can see the London ...

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

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Vertus Edit Canary Wharf

3 & 15 West Lane London England

Stay at this aparthotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions O2 Arena and ExCeL Exhibition Centre ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (638 reviews)

Clean, modern, well equipped

Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026

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![Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16290000/16282000/16281979/1328ce36_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Aparthotel Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile

231 Canongate Edinburgh Scotland

Stay at this aparthotel in Edinburgh. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...

9/10 Wonderful! (2,436 reviews)

The Adagio is in a great location on the Royal Mile! There are shops galore, many excellent restaurants, and it's within easy walking distance of Edinburgh Castle, the Holyrood Palace, the Museum of Scotland, Museum of Edinburgh as well Greykirk cemetery.It is also a short walk to Waverly train station ...

Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Aparthotel-Adagio-Edinburgh-Royal-Mile.h16281979.Hotel-Information)

![Rockwell East](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22970000/22961300/22961240/e252fa00_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Rockwell East

99 Mansell Street London England

Stay at this aparthotel in London. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (810 reviews)

Honestly a very large room for London. Not much of a view from my room but a good trade off as it made the room very quiet at night. Having access to a small kitchen was really nice. 24/7 front desk and they were all really friendly

Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026

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### Popular places to visit

![Hyde Park showing a city, a garden and a pond](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507738/88fc5c6c-a7fe-42e6-80b5-553b1af67c8d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Hyde Park

4.5/5(1,861 reviews)

Once the private hunting grounds of a king, London's most famous park is today a place where everyone can enjoy gardens, monuments and music performances.

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![Buckingham Palace which includes a castle, a city and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501516/1ca68fa8-e704-457a-a623-78f4b4a7c154.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Buckingham Palace

4.5/5(1,004 reviews)

Britain’s most famous home, the luxurious personal residence and workplace of Queen Elizabeth II, is open to all.

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![O2 Arena featuring modern architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6057080/3fb098df-05b3-421d-bd35-556e8f55b7b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### O2 Arena

4.5/5(625 reviews)

Attend music and sports events, see a movie or go bowling in one of the busiest arenas in the world, situated inside this iconic dome by the River Thames.

[](https://expedia.co.uk/O2-Arena-Greenwich.d6057080.Attraction)

![Tower Bridge showing a bridge, heritage architecture and a river or creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/508419/106f34bf-dd00-4d7b-9a80-f2df121bb164.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Tower Bridge

4.5/5(1,137 reviews)

An engineering marvel, this London icon spans both the River Thames and the ages.

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Tower-Bridge-London-City-Centre.d508419.Attraction)

![Piccadilly Circus showing heritage architecture, a city and signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/508415/3f077463-3d78-472a-b72a-6dc001f49a62.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Piccadilly Circus

4/5(1,953 reviews)

Often billed as the British version of Times Square, this iconic traffic hub is the perfect starting point for your London adventure.

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Piccadilly-Circus-London-City-Centre.d508415.Attraction)

![Southampton Cruise Terminal](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6156577/06e47e05-6d9c-4858-a50d-bdbfdd026b0d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Southampton Cruise Terminal

4.5/5(216 reviews)

One of the busiest cruise ports in England is just a few steps from the historical and entertainment attractions of Southampton.

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### Things to do

![St Mary Redcliffe Church Bristol: Guided Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47853614/ccaa2566-174d-4b27-80b5-05b93f3ee6ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### St Mary Redcliffe Church Bristol: Guided Tour

£6

per adult

[](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/st-mary-redcliffe-church-bristol-guided-tour.a47853614.activity-details)

![Fully guided Bristol Ghost Tours ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45726743/bcfdd7cb-2fba-4fbb-a9d7-3d44e09a0245.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Fully guided Bristol Ghost Tours

£17

per adult

[](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/fully-guided-bristol-ghost-tours.a45726743.activity-details)

![Bristol: Blackbeard to Banksy Guided Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4729657/815c9038-2472-4334-9069-1b238f9d9074.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Bristol: Blackbeard to Banksy Guided Walking Tour

£13

per adult

**100%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/bristol-blackbeard-to-banksy-guided-walking-tour.a4729657.activity-details)

![Oxford & the Cotswolds from Bristol](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47291561/273a7fe0-a9c8-4259-8777-67f86fb6ddcf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Oxford & the Cotswolds from Bristol

£58

per adult

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![Stonehenge & Cotswold Villages from Bristol](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47291578/b024b9f6-55a3-4dac-91a7-acd08af6faaa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Stonehenge & Cotswold Villages from Bristol

£89

per adult

**94%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/stonehenge-cotswold-villages-from-bristol.a47291578.activity-details)

![Turn Bristol into your own private treasure hunt!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3277850/a30e77c0-8a4f-46b3-a104-291bbfdbdd19.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Fun, Flexible Treasure Hunt Around Bristol with Cryptic Clues & Hidden Gems

£15

per adult

[](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/fun.a3277850.activity-details)

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- Places of interest

- [Hyde Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hyde-Park-London-City-Centre.d507738.Attraction)
- [Buckingham Palace ](https://expedia.co.uk/Buckingham-Palace-London-City-Centre.d501516.Attraction)
- [O2 Arena ](https://expedia.co.uk/O2-Arena-Greenwich.d6057080.Attraction)
- [Tower Bridge ](https://expedia.co.uk/Tower-Bridge-London-City-Centre.d508419.Attraction)
- [Piccadilly Circus ](https://expedia.co.uk/Piccadilly-Circus-London-City-Centre.d508415.Attraction)
- [Big Ben ](https://expedia.co.uk/Big-Ben-London-City-Centre.d6060186.Attraction)
- [Southampton Cruise Terminal ](https://expedia.co.uk/Southampton-Cruise-Terminal-Freemantle.d6156577.Attraction)
- [Wembley Stadium ](https://expedia.co.uk/Wembley-Stadium-Wembley-Park.d501565.Attraction)
- [Trafalgar Square ](https://expedia.co.uk/Trafalgar-Square-London-City-Centre.d508420.Attraction)
- [London Bridge ](https://expedia.co.uk/London-Bridge-London-City-Centre.d508412.Attraction)
- [The British Museum ](https://expedia.co.uk/The-British-Museum-London-City-Centre.d501529.Attraction)
- [Tower of London ](https://expedia.co.uk/Tower-Of-London-London-City-Centre.d501521.Attraction)
- [London Eye ](https://expedia.co.uk/London-Eye-London-City-Centre.d6047451.Attraction)
- [Warner Bros. Studio Tour London ](https://expedia.co.uk/Warner-Bros-Studio-Tour-London-Leavesden.d6206707.Attraction)
- [Oxford Street ](https://expedia.co.uk/Oxford-Street-London-City-Centre.d6144897.Attraction)
- [ExCeL Exhibition Centre ](https://expedia.co.uk/ExCeL-Exhibition-Centre-Docklands.d6046590.Attraction)
- [Peak District National Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Peak-District-National-Park-England.d6054094.Attraction)
- [Marble Arch ](https://expedia.co.uk/Marble-Arch-London-City-Centre.d508413.Attraction)
- [Old Trafford ](https://expedia.co.uk/Old-Trafford-Old-Trafford.d501661.Attraction)
- [Edinburgh Castle ](https://expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Castle-Old-Town-Edinburgh.d500994.Attraction)
- [Yorkshire Dales National Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Yorkshire-Dales-National-Park-England.d6046377.Attraction)
- [Alton Towers ](https://expedia.co.uk/Alton-Towers-Stoke-on-Trent.d6088073.Attraction)
- [Leicester Square ](https://expedia.co.uk/Leicester-Square-London-City-Centre.d508411.Attraction)
- [New Forest National Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/New-Forest-National-Park-England.d6046242.Attraction)
- [Windsor Castle ](https://expedia.co.uk/Windsor-Castle-Windsor.d501522.Attraction)
- [St. Paul's Cathedral ](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Pauls-Cathedral-London-City-Centre.d501558.Attraction)
- [Loch Lomond ](https://expedia.co.uk/Loch-Lomond-Scotland.d182799.Attraction)
- [Stonehenge ](https://expedia.co.uk/Stonehenge-Salisbury.d6050515.Attraction)
- [LEGOLAND® Windsor ](https://expedia.co.uk/LEGOLAND-Windsor-Windsor.d6083947.Attraction)
- [OVO Hydro ](https://expedia.co.uk/OVO-Hydro-Glasgow-Westend.d6220525.Attraction)
- [Silverstone Circuit ](https://expedia.co.uk/Silverstone-Circuit-Towcester.d6144681.Attraction)
- [Trafford Centre ](https://expedia.co.uk/Trafford-Centre-Trafford-Park.d6150911.Attraction)

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